Adolescent Development Training Leaders of Cadets - Seminar L2

Overview Diverse ages in the Cadet Program Learning styles Student-centered education

Early, middle & late adolescence Age 12-13 Age 14-16 Age 17-20 Concrete thinkers Abstract thinkers Critical thinkers Body changes Independence Entering adulthood Fears not knowing Fears not fitting-in Fears not reaching goals

The Four Modalities of Learning Visual Auditory Kinesthetic Tactile

Student-Centered Learning The best cadet units are cadet-centered. Cadets learn by doing; they are active participants, not passive receivers. Subject matter must be relevant to cadets’ interests. Cadets need to have a stake in their own learning. Ranking cadets should be included in the decision making-process.

Summary Each cadet is an individual. Use a variety of leadership & teaching styles so as to reach all cadets. Consider age and maturity as you promote cadets and assign jobs. Use student-centered approaches by involving cadets in decision-making.